Joining & Membership

Raise Your Voice Hebburn is open to all adult singers — no auditions, no experience required. If you’re thinking about joining us, here’s everything you need to know.

We offer all potential new members a free taster session. Please use the contact form to book your first session.

Please note that our next new member intake will take place on 19th May 2026. Contact us now to add your name to the waiting list.

Rehearsals

When: Tuesdays, 7pm–9pm Where: Jordan’s Sports Bar, 21 Brighton Parade, Hebburn, NE31 2AB

What to bring:

• Printed lyrics in a plain black folder

• Pencil and notebook

• Bottle of water

• Phone on silent (recording harmonies is welcome)

Regular attendance helps us perform confidently as a group. If you miss a rehearsal, please use the provided materials to catch up. If you can’t attend, please let Becky know as soon as possible.

Membership Fees

Membership is £23 per month, paid by standing order on the 1st working day of each month. This covers a minimum of 40 rehearsals per year.

Additional details:

• If you join mid‑month, your first payment is £7 per week until your standing order begins.

• Optional extra rehearsals (e.g., before performances) are £7 per session.

• Fees are non‑refundable and non‑transferable.

• Payment plans may be available in exceptional circumstances.

Communication & Online Tools

To keep everyone connected and informed, we use:

• Private Facebook Group – rehearsal materials and internal updates

• WhatsApp Community – quick announcements and member chat

• Google Drive – access to lyrics and practice tracks

• Public Facebook Page – events and general updates

• Members' Page of website - sharing latest updates, rehearsal news and performance requirements.

If you need help accessing materials or don’t have a printer, just let us know.

Uniform & Merchandise

To take part in performances, members will need:

• A Raise Your Voice Hebburn t‑shirt (details provided on joining)

• Black trousers

• Smart black shoes

Some performances have additional requirements. Uniform requirements for each event will be shared in advance whenever possible.

Attendance & Expectations

By joining the choir, members agree to:

• Attend weekly rehearsals where possible

• Arrive on time and ready to sing

• Use provided materials to stay up to date

• Follow rehearsal etiquette (minimal talking, phones on silent, etc.)

• Let the musical director know if they cannot attend

• Only perform when they feel prepared and have attended the required rehearsals.

Code of Conduct

We aim to create a positive, respectful, and supportive environment. Members agree to:

• Treat everyone with kindness and respect

• Support fellow singers

• Use social media and group chats responsibly

• Respect privacy and consent

• Communicate concerns directly and constructively

• Represent the choir positively at all times

In return, we promise to provide a safe, inclusive space, high‑quality musical direction, and clear communication.

Registration & Consent

To join the choir, new members complete a short registration form covering:

• Contact details

• Emergency contact

• GDPR consent

• Media consent

• Agreement to membership expectations

• Optional musical background and accessibility needs